China leads world patent applications China’s patent system is evolving rapidly amidst global technological competition. Efforts to expedite reviews and enhance standards are underway, yet concerns persist regarding the originality and quality of patents. While China leads in annual patent applications, it faces challenges in fundamental research and international competitiveness. Collaboration with international partners, including […]
Just some news from the last few weeks: Chinese develop photonic chip for artificial intelligence at Tsinghua University in Beijing.The pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI) continuously demands higher computing performance. Despite the superior processing speed and efficiency of integrated photonic circuits, their capacity and scalability are restricted by unavoidable errors, such that only simple […]
University leaders pay close attention to comparative rankings such as those offered by Times Higher Education and ShanghaiRanking Consultancy. A radical change in the data underlying the rankings is about to turn the world of rankings on its head – largely in favor of China’s position. In early 2024, Leiden University’s Center for Science and […]
The recent implementation of the newly revised Company Law in China marks a significant turning point for foreign entrepreneurs looking to register and operate businesses within the country. As per the statistics from the Ministry of Commerce, by 2022, there were 1.12 million foreign-invested enterprises in China. This burgeoning number reflects the dynamic market landscape that continually […]
